Μake us preferred on Google A yacht carrying three people caught fire in the sea near the northern channel of Lefkada, prompting an emergency response from Greek authorities.
The vessel, which was flying the Italian flag, caught fire under circumstances that have not been determined.
The three foreign nationals aboard managed to reach the shore on their own, according to the Hellenic Coast Guard. All three were reported to be in good health.
A Coast Guard vessel and a fishing boat were operating at the scene, while two fire engines were responding from land.
A Fire Department speedboat was also heading to the area to assist in tackling the fire.
